A Panamanian certification society inspector is in Trinidad and Tobago to inspect the Cabo Star, after a fire in the auxiliary engine room on Tuesday.
Up to yesterday afternoon, sources told Guardian Media the inspection was still ongoing, with no word yet on the vessel’s return to service.
The inspector arrived in the country on Wednesday night.
Shortly after the fire, the Inter-Island Transportation Company reported no injuries, as the crew quickly extinguished the fire.
Meanwhile, the Buccoo Reef and Galleons Passage are operating on a revised schedule, prioritising essential cargo and accommodating vehicles up to 7,000 kg.
Chairman of the Port Authority of Trinidad and Tobago, Lyle Alexander, said the ship’s crew would inform them of when the Cabo Star could resume service.
Before this happens, he said, the inspector would determine and assess the extent of the damage and the possible repairs needed.
Alexander told Guardian Media that based on the information he had, he remained hopeful.
He said, “From everything that is taking place right now, we are hopeful. I can’t give any details at this time because we don’t have any. But we are hopeful based on what we see.”
